Pick at — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

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Meaning & Definition of Pick at

Pick at (phrase)

  1. to criticize repeatedly especially for minor faults, nag

Pick at (phrase) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to subject (someone) to constant scoldings and sharp reminders

    "Stop picking at your sister."

    similar: dog, henpeck, hound, nag, needle, peck (at)
    related: carp (at), fuss (about or over), nitpick, annoy, badger, bait, bother, bug, chivy, harass, harry, hassle, irk, pester, plague, ride, vex, yap (at), egg, goad, incite, prod, prompt, spur, urge, exhort, insist, press, pressure, push, blandish, cajole, coax, wheedle, beg, importune, plead
    near: compliment, commend, laud, praise, recommend, tout, acclaim, applaud, build up, eulogize, extol

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Pick at

The most common words with a similar meaning to Pick at:

dog, henpeck, hound, nag, needle, peck (at)

Related Words for Pick at

carp (at), fuss (about or over), nitpick, annoy, badger, bait, bother, bug, chivy, harass, harry, hassle, irk, pester, plague, ride, vex, yap (at), egg, goad, incite, prod, prompt, spur, urge, exhort, insist, press, pressure, push

Near Antonyms of Pick at

compliment, commend, laud, praise, recommend, tout, acclaim, applaud, build up, eulogize, extol

Frequently Asked Questions about Pick at

What does "Pick at" mean?

"Pick at" means to criticize repeatedly especially for minor faults, nag. As a phrase, it is defined as: to criticize repeatedly especially for minor faults, nag.

What is another word for "Pick at"?

Other words for "Pick at" include dog, henpeck, hound, nag, needle and peck (at). The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Pick at" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Pick at"?

There are 43 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Pick at". Common alternatives include dog, henpeck, hound, nag, needle and peck (at).

How do you use "Pick at" in a sentence?

Examples of "Pick at" in a sentence: "Stop picking at your sister.".

Is "Pick at" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Pick at" is a phrase.

What is another word for "Pick at" meaning "to subject (someone) to constant scoldings and sharp reminders"?

When "Pick at" (phrase) means to subject (someone) to constant scoldings and sharp reminders, synonyms include dog, henpeck, hound, nag, needle and peck (at).

What words are related to "Pick at"?

Words related to "Pick at" include carp (at), fuss (about or over), nitpick, annoy, badger, bait, bother and bug.